Keeping Walton County
Safe and Beautiful

Scenic Walton is a nonprofit that works with the community to preserve the natural beauty and enhance the quality of life in Walton County, Florida. We believe that beauty is good for business.

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What We Do

Scenic Walton focuses our work on actions like landscaping the medians along our commercial corridors; championing the undergrounding of overhead utilities and minimizing the visual impact of cellular infrastructure; promoting the expansion of pedestrian and cycling facilities; removing litter from public spaces; advocating for context-sensitive development; and challenging the uncontrolled spread of billboards and signage. These steps will enhance our environmental and economic progress, including tourism while promoting health and quality of life.

 

 

2008

We were founded in 2008 to promote responsible development in Walton County.

5th

Walton County is the fifth-fastest growing county in the country.

$6M

Among our biggest wins: advancing the $6M pedestrian underpass at Inlet Beach.

Scenic Walton: It's In Our Nature

From inviting shores to vibrant commercial developments to charming neighborhoods, scenic beauty abounds in Walton County. It’s up to us to protect those qualities that make our communities unique.

 

 

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News from Scenic Walton

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Sunliner Diner Proposal Denied: A Win for Smart Growth and Community Character in Blue Mountain Beach

Growth is inevitable in Walton County, but how we grow matters. Our mission has always been rooted in protecting the natural beauty, character, and long-term livability of Walton County through thoughtful planning, smart growth, and community advocacy. The recent denial of the proposed Sunliner...

A Gateway Worth Celebrating: Honoring the Vision Behind the 331 South Enhancements

First impressions matter, especially in a place as naturally beautiful and community-driven as Walton County. For residents returning home, visitors arriving for the first time, and businesses welcoming customers into South Walton, the stretch of Highway 331 from the Clyde B. Wells Bridge to U....

Shannon Richmond

Scenic Walton Strengthens Leadership with New Board Appointment and Officer Elections

Scenic Walton is pleased to announce the appointment of Shannon Richmond, Vice President and Director of Membership Services for the Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce, to its Board of Directors. The organization also announces the election of Bruce Naylor as Vice President and Matt Milliron...

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Scenic Walton relies on the support of concerned citizens like you. Every dollar helps sustain our efforts to keep Walton scenic.